BSc (Hons) Health Professional Studies (Oncology and Palliative Care)
Title and module no: Breast Care (92379)
Module Leader: Julie MacDonald Tel 01482 464647, J.M.Macdonald@hull.ac.uk
Credits: 20 credits level 6
Delivery: Semester 2, ½ days (morning) probably Wednesday (please confirm with module leader).
Please note this module runs alternate academic years
This module is suitable for: Any health care professional with an interest and practice remit in
women's health.
Content:
Anatomy and physiology of the breast and related organs, Aetiology and epidemiology of breast
disease
Health promotion, Screening
Benign breast disease, Breast cancer
Breast augmentation, Surgical oncology
Breast reconstruction, Chemotherapy
Hormone therapy, Complementary therapies
Lymphoedema, Metastatic breast disease
Body Image/Sexuality, Generics and family history
Social policy, Multi-agency working/Multi disciplinary team working
Research, Palliative care
Communication, Holism
Psychosocial issues/interpersonal skills
Assessment: Essay
Learning Outcomes:
 Critically evaluate the role of the health care professional in relation to health promotion and
early detection of breast disease
 Recognise and manage the implications of diagnostic and staging procedures available for
patients with breast disease to achieve positive patient outcomes
 Apply specialist, evidence based knowledge and skills to the care of the patient with breast
disease
 Apply appropriate communication and interpersonal skills to the management of patients with
breast disease
 Critically analyse the ethical, legal and professional issues related to the management of the
patient with breast disease
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Title and Module no: Cancer Care (47715)
Module Leader: Julie MacDonald tele 01482 464647, J.M.Macdonald@hull.ac.uk
Credits: 20 credits level 6
Delivery: Semester 2, ½ days (morning), probably Wednesday (please confirm with module leader).
Please note this module runs alternate academic years
This module is suitable for: Any health care practitioner with an interest in cancer care who cares
for patients with cancer.
Content:
Biology of cancer, Epidemiology, Aetiology
Prevention screening, Health promotion and social policy
Common cancers
Surgery, Radiotherapy, Chemotherapy
Complementary therapies, Body image and sexuality
Metastatic disease, Lymphoedema
Pain and symptom control, Nutrition
Legal and ethical issues, Research
Genetics/family history, Communication/interpersonal skills
Psychosocial issues/behavioural oncology, Palliative care
Assessment: Literature Review
Learning Outcomes:
 Critically analyse the biological, psychological and social implications of being at risk from
cancer
 Critically analyse the biological, psychological and social implications of being diagnosed with
cancer
 Apply evidence based knowledge in the treatment and care of the patient with cancer
 Critique communication and interpersonal skills used in practice
 Critically discuss the ethical, legal and professional issues related to the management of the
patient with cancer, their family and carers
Title and module no: Enhancing Therapeutic Communication Skills in health and social Care
Practice (47151)
Module Leader: Julie MacDonald Tel 01482 464647,J.M.Macdonald@hull.ac.uk
Credits: 20 credits level 6
Delivery: Semester 1, ½ days (morning), Tuesdays (please double check with module leader)
This module is suitable for: any health care practitioner not just those working in a cancer care
setting
Content:
Concept of self-awareness
Factor which cause barriers to or inhibit good communication
Verbal and non-verbal skills and behaviours
Principles/models/paradigms of counselling and communication
Effective holistic communication assessment
Handling emotions and dealing with difficult situations
Specific tools/techniques to aid dynamic therapeutic interactions
Assessment: Essay reflecting on own communication skills plus a practical assessment
Learning Outcomes:
 Critically analyse models of and approaches to communication relating these to the students
own area of practice
 Critically analyse the different communication assessment tools used in practice
 Critique the application of micro skills in students own practice
 Demonstrate competency in basic verbal and non verbal communication skills
 Demonstrate the use of advanced communication skill to deal with difficult behaviour and
overwhelming emotions
 Critically evaluate own performance making reference to underpinning theory
Title and module no: Pain and Symptom Management (47752)
Module Leader: Julie MacDonald Tel 01482 464647, J.M.Macdonald@hull.ac.uk
Credits: 20 credits level 6
Delivery: Semester 2, ½ days, (morning), probably Tuesday (please confirm with module leader)
This module is suitable for:
Any health care professional caring for patients requiring pain management.
Content:
Physiology of pain including physiological and behavioural responses
Psychology of pain, acute and chronic pain
Assessment, measurement and management of pain
Nausea, vomiting, constipation, depression, confusion therapeutic and holistic care
Documentation including ethical, legal and professional implications,
Analgesic latter, health policy
Assessment tools, non pharmacological interventions including alternative/complementary therapies,
Common conditions associated with sever/prolonged pain and symptoms
Age, gender and culture
Assessment: OSCE
Learning Outcomes:
 Make a full and competent assessment of a patient/client's pain and symptoms using the
most appropriate assessment took offering a rationale for choice and demonstrating sound
knowledge base
 Manage the pain and symptoms identified within the assessment. Recognising the
contributions of other health care professionals
 Critically discuss the ongoing care and management of the patient/client
 Utilise appropriate and effective therapeutic communication techniques within the assessment
 Document and accurately record care complying with legal and professional requirements
Title and module no: Palliative Care of the Dying Patient and Family (92048)
Module Leader: Julie MacDonald Tel 01482 464647, J.M.Macdonald@hull.ac.uk
Credits: 20 level 6
Delivery: Semester 1, ½ days (morning), usually Wednesday
This module is suitable for: Any health care professional involved in end of life care.
Content:
Evidence based palliative care, principles of pain and symptom management
Social policy in relation to palliative care, principles and philosophy of palliative care, Sexuality and
body image,
Communication skills/breaking bad news, quality of life issues
Ethical and legal issues, Loss, brief and death,
Spirituality, Multi-disciplinary team working
Cultural and social issues, Understanding bereavement
Understanding holistic care, role of complementary therapies in palliative care
Assessment: Case study
Learning Outcomes:
 Critically analyse concepts of palliative care to underpin practice
 Evaluate the role of family and carers in the support of the dying patient
 Critique the application of ethical, moral, legal and political issues surrounding decision
making and the delivery of palliative care
 Analyse and compare the diversity of cultural, religious and social practices associated with
care of the dying patient and family
 Critically analyse pain and symptom management in palliative care
Title Module and No: Chemotherapy Care (Theory) (47583)
Module Leader: Mandi Elliott LP/CNS Tel 01482 463850, A.Elliott@hull.ac.uk
Credits: 20 credits level 6
Delivery: Semester 1, ½ day sessions held on Wednesday am for 12 weeks. This module runs
yearly.
This module is suitable for: Any health care professional with an interest in and practice scope with
adult cancer patients requiring chemotherapy treatment
Content:
Communication & assessment skills
Health Policy and NSF
Cell biology & carcinogenesis
Principles & rationale of chemotherapy
Patient information & educational needs
Risk assessment & health & safety aspects
Administration of chemotherapy
Oncological & Haematological related emergencies
Venous Access & administration devices
Haematological Transfusion & Transplant
Patient focussed care
Ethical/professional/legal issues
Assessment;
4,000 word Care Study
Learning Outcomes:
 Evaluate the impact of health policy on Chemotherapy Service Delivery
 Explain their understanding of patho-physiology of cancer and chemotherapy action
 Analyse the dynamic physical, psychological and social effects of chemotherapy treatment for
patients and their carers
 Examine issues related to principles of administration, risk management and health and
safety associated with chemotherapy
 Appraise the potentially changing holistic care needs of patients and their families undergoing
chemotherapy treatment
Title and module no: Chemotherapy Care (Practice) (47582)
Module Leader: Mandi Elliott Tel LP/CNS 01482 463850 A.Elliott@hull.ac.uk
Credits: 20 credits level 6
Delivery: This module is a work based learning strategy that runs concurrently with Chemotherapy
Care (Theory) in Semester 1, on Wednesday pm & continues in Semester 2, on Wednesday pm involving lecturer supported group tutorial sessions on set days throughout both semesters. (Dates
will confirmed on course introductory session)
This module is suitable for: Qualified Nurses working within a Cancer Network and caring for adult
patients who require chemotherapy treatment and incorporates the HYCCN core chemotherapy
competencies & JACIE educational programme.
Content:
Work based learning
Learning contracts
Chemotherapy competency workbook
Portfolio evidence & development
Reflective practice
VLE/Library/study skills
Supported group tutorials
Assessment:
A formal learning contract, portfolio of evidence & completed competency assessments, academic
2,500 word reflective essay related to competency topic.
Learning Outcomes:
 Critically evaluate relevant local/national policies and legislation and justify the role these
have in caring for patients with cancer
 Select and explain key elements of cellular activity associated with patho-physiological
changes occurring in a range of cancers and their associated chemotherapy drug regimes
 Apply critical understanding of the processes involved in the safe administration of
chemotherapy drugs
 Effectively manage the predicable and unpredictable nature of haemo-oncological situations
 Collaborate effectively with other disciplines
 Accurately deploy therapeutic communication skills with the patient and their family/carers